Job Description

Start your career as a Contracts Manager at Vopak and contribute to social themes such as energy security and energy transition. We offer you a working environment that is safe and pleasant and where equality, diversity and satisfaction are of paramount importance. Ready to develop yourself and make a positive impact? Improve the world and start as a Contracts Manager at Vopak. The Projects Contracts Manager is responsible for ensuring that all contracting and procurement activities within Growth Projects align with the Vopak Project Management (VPM) methodology, corporate governance standards, and global best practices. This role provides strategic oversight of the entire project contracting and contracts process, ensuring transparency, compliance, and efficiency in Tender Board (TB) reviews, contract governance, and decision-making oversight. Additionally, the Contracts Manager plays a key role in assisting with contracting strategy development, overseeing the RFx process, and negotiating the various forms of engineering, procurement, and construction contracts that will be executed and owned by the Project Owner. However, day-to-day contract administration post-execution is the sole responsibility of the project team. The Contracts Manager will work closely with Project Managers, Procurement teams, Tender Boards, Legal, Finance, and Executive Leadership to ensure all contractual and procurement activities are well-documented, compliant, and strategically aligned with Vopak’s investment and growth objectives. Various flexible and hybrid work schedules. Competitive, market-based compensation package depending on your experience and knowledge. Career development and growth opportunities. Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account Options Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurance Basic and Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurance 401(k) Incentive Savings Plan Paid Holidays (Fixed and floating) Paid Time Off and Sick Days Additional Benefits: Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Accident Insurance Legal Plan Critical Illness Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance Legal Plan ID Theft Insurance Universal Life. Must possess or be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) as required by the Maritime Transportation Security Act. 15+ years of experience in contract governance, procurement oversight, or project contracting in large-scale infrastructure, energy, or industrial projects. Strong understanding of VPM methodology, investment decision-making, and project governance frameworks. Proven experience managing tender boards, contract compliance, and procurement risk assessments. Familiarity with RFx processes (RFI, RFQ, RFP), contract negotiations, and supplier management. Knowledge of legal, financial, and compliance aspects of procurement and contract governance. Strong stakeholder engagement and leadership skills with experience working with senior executives. Excellent documentation, reporting, and auditing skills for contract governance tracking. Proficiency in project governance tools (OSC, MyDocs, or equivalent procurement/governance platforms). Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in oil & gas, energy, terminal operations, or industrial construction. Background in contract law, supply chain management, or finance. Experience working in a multinational organization with a structured governance model. Core responsibilities include Governance & Compliance, Tender Board Management, Growth Projects Contracting & Contracts Oversight, Project Governance & Review, Stakeholder Coordination & Reporting, and Training & Capability Development. The role involves ensuring compliance with VPM methodology, corporate governance frameworks, and global procurement standards; overseeing contracting strategies, tender board reviews, RFx processes, contract negotiations, and project governance reviews; collaborating with multiple teams; and developing training programs. The work environment is office-based with moderate noise and limited physical demands. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States; the company will not sponsor immigration or work visas. Vopak is committed to inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunity employment.

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